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u.n. challenged greatest nation in the world. he wants to get rid of multiculturalism. they took turns beating on me. i am sitting there thinking, what is this hyperventilation about? aren't these things true? i will go further. i believe god guided our founding fathers. he moved them around like men on a chess board to ship this nation. we need to defend and uphold what they did. it is not just to protect what we had. it is not just to declared that the shining city on the hill has been achieved. it has not. when and if it is, ronald reagan never said you can go home. he said we need to take ourselves to another level. we need to take this nation up to the next level of our destiny. i am hopeful that the next president of the united states, whose ideas and principles you help forge it today, will lay out an agenda and you can shape the plant and the platform for the next president of the united states, whose ticket will be punched out of i will and will be on his way to new hampshire. i h
u.n. challenged greatest nation in the world. he wants to get rid of multiculturalism. they took turns beating on me. i am sitting there thinking, what is this hyperventilation about? aren't these things true? i will go further. i believe god guided our founding fathers. he moved them around like men on a chess board to ship this nation. we need to defend and uphold what they did. it is not just to protect what we had. it is not just to declared that the shining city on the hill has been...
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that means reenforcing the u.n. sanctions to exert the greatest possible pressure on gaddafi and his regime. it requires bringing together the rightist coalition of political leaders including local leaders and most importantly the interim transitional national council said that the libyan people can speak with one voice. i propose that today's conference should agree to set up a contact group which will put political lever on a sustained basis in supporting the libyan people. we should be clear about the challenge. this will mean a development program, cultural exchanges, to our trading arrangements, all of these things must be redoubled and support the building blocks of a democratic society. freedom of expression, the right to free and fair elections, the right to peaceful protests, respect for human rights, and the rule of law. these belong to everyone. they are universal and are embedded in the division of the democratic libya. we should warmly welcome this commitment. as this broad range of countries gather he
that means reenforcing the u.n. sanctions to exert the greatest possible pressure on gaddafi and his regime. it requires bringing together the rightist coalition of political leaders including local leaders and most importantly the interim transitional national council said that the libyan people can speak with one voice. i propose that today's conference should agree to set up a contact group which will put political lever on a sustained basis in supporting the libyan people. we should be...
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the u.n. human rights office and open its doors to all the u.n.. we are supporting the people on their difficult road ahead. and as other important partners such as jordan and bahrain take steps, sometimes very difficult steps to open their political space, we will stand behind them and support their efforts, because we are vinced they will advance all of our shared interests. but now there is an alternative vision for the future of the region that only proposal mythses more frustration and discord. extremeists and rejectionists across the middle east argue that they are the ones that champion the rights of the downtropical depressionen. for decades, they claimed the only way to achieve change is through violence and conflict, but they have undermined peace and progress. the success of peaceful protests has discredited the extremists and exposed their bankrupt arguments. iran, for example, has consistently pursued policies of violence abroad and tyranny at home. in tehran, security forces have
the u.n. human rights office and open its doors to all the u.n.. we are supporting the people on their difficult road ahead. and as other important partners such as jordan and bahrain take steps, sometimes very difficult steps to open their political space, we will stand behind them and support their efforts, because we are vinced they will advance all of our shared interests. but now there is an alternative vision for the future of the region that only proposal mythses more frustration and...
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about the u.n.'s role in all of this. first, the c-span radio with a look at the topics and guests making up the sunday morning programs. >> at noon, c-span radio rears the five network tv talk shows beginning with nbc's "meet the press >> topics include action in libya, crisis in japan, and nuclear power. chu will be on all programs. chairman carl levin and jeff sessions. at 1:00, rhee. abc's "this week." chu, bill richardson, and former homeland security michael chertoff. fox news sunday rears at 2:00 p.m. chris wallace talks to sit criteriumchu, reid, sen. gramm, and rand paul from kentucky. at 3:00 p.m., a state of the union. we talk with secretary chu, john mccain, joe lieberman, and the two retired officers. at 4:00 p.m., "face the nation." bob schieffer talked to the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, admiral mullen, dick lugar, and secreary chu -- secretary chu. they begin at noon with "meet the press," could this week," "fox news sunday," "face the nation." on xm 132, as a podcast or on
about the u.n.'s role in all of this. first, the c-span radio with a look at the topics and guests making up the sunday morning programs. >> at noon, c-span radio rears the five network tv talk shows beginning with nbc's "meet the press >> topics include action in libya, crisis in japan, and nuclear power. chu will be on all programs. chairman carl levin and jeff sessions. at 1:00, rhee. abc's "this week." chu, bill richardson, and former homeland security michael...
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now that the u.n. has agreed upon action, will the prime minister make sure that actions will be swift and powerful and precise? >> we should do everything that is necessary to bring about the u.n. security council resolution's conclusion. that is what our aim should be. that is what should guide us and everything we do should be proportionate to that. we have made a choice, and it is a choice to play our part to enforce international law, to uphold the will of the u.n. security council, to respond to the call of the arab countries and the are bleak, and -- in the arab league, and to respond to the needs of the people in the country of libya. >> in regard to the no-fly zone, where setting it up in the first place by taking out the assets of the country involved. especially if those are employed in the civilian population what lessons have been learned in iraq and bosnia about how best to do this? >> my hon. friend makes an important point. because our military has been involved in a number of the no- f
now that the u.n. has agreed upon action, will the prime minister make sure that actions will be swift and powerful and precise? >> we should do everything that is necessary to bring about the u.n. security council resolution's conclusion. that is what our aim should be. that is what should guide us and everything we do should be proportionate to that. we have made a choice, and it is a choice to play our part to enforce international law, to uphold the will of the u.n. security council,...
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after the u.n. security council and after the arab league, which was unusual, because you did not find situations like that before. its goal i want to remind viewers what he had to say last night before he took the action. >> we see reaching forces on the outskirts of the city. we knew -- regime forces on the outskirts of the city. we knew that if we waited one more day, benghazi, the city nearly the size of charlotte, would suffer a massacre that would have reverberated across the region, and stain the conscience of the world. it was not in our national interest to let that happen. i refused to let that happen. so, nine days ago, after consulting with bipartisan leadership of congress, i authorize military action to stop the killing and in force u.n. security council resolution 1973. host: we heard the president said he consulted congress. do you think he did sufficiently confer with congress? guest: he consulted the leadership and the key ranking members. as a new member of congress, i do not have
after the u.n. security council and after the arab league, which was unusual, because you did not find situations like that before. its goal i want to remind viewers what he had to say last night before he took the action. >> we see reaching forces on the outskirts of the city. we knew -- regime forces on the outskirts of the city. we knew that if we waited one more day, benghazi, the city nearly the size of charlotte, would suffer a massacre that would have reverberated across the...
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he is one of the u.n.'s most accomplished officials, having served in the organization for over 30 years. the 40 years. even more reason to take everything he says very seriously. under challenging conditions, he has promoted political dialogue and development and humanitarian assistance efforts. his work is taking him from somalia to the middle east to afghanistan and to many places in between. before taking up his current position, he served as the deputy executive director for the world food program in rome. prior to that, he served in iraq. andrea's leadership, his team of 1000 people held overseas successful elections in iraq. those are just a few of his many accomplishments. it is a great honor to have you here. i want to invite you to the podium. [applause] >> thank you. good to see many friends and colleagues here. what we keep it short so that you will have an opportunity of raising questions. on on threeinstead areas. the three areas are security, because that is the first priority for everyone in
he is one of the u.n.'s most accomplished officials, having served in the organization for over 30 years. the 40 years. even more reason to take everything he says very seriously. under challenging conditions, he has promoted political dialogue and development and humanitarian assistance efforts. his work is taking him from somalia to the middle east to afghanistan and to many places in between. before taking up his current position, he served as the deputy executive director for the world food...
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now that the u.n. security council has reached its decision, there is a responsibility on its members to respond and that is what britain, with others, will now do. mr. speaker, the attorney general has been consulted and the government is satisfied that there is a clear and unequivocal legal basis for the deployment of u.k. forces and military assets. he advised the cabinet this morning and his advice was read and discussed. the security council has adopted resolution 1973 as a measure to maintain or restore international peace and security under chapter seven of the united nations charter. the resolution specifically authorizes notifying member states to use all necessary measures to enforce a no-fly zone and to protect civilians and civilian populated areas including benghazi. the cabinet this morning, we agreed the u.k. will play its part. our forces will join an international operation to enforce the resolution if gaddafi fails to comply with its demands that he ends attacks on civilians. the defe
now that the u.n. security council has reached its decision, there is a responsibility on its members to respond and that is what britain, with others, will now do. mr. speaker, the attorney general has been consulted and the government is satisfied that there is a clear and unequivocal legal basis for the deployment of u.k. forces and military assets. he advised the cabinet this morning and his advice was read and discussed. the security council has adopted resolution 1973 as a measure to...
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the top u.n. representative in afghanistan has convened a ambassadors from the united states iran and other regional players in what he calls the silk road and is a tilt. these are the first such meetings of ambassadors since 2005 and the first time american representatives in kabul have sat in the same room with iranian diplomats in kabul. the representative says he wants to have a meeting in turkey later this year. they also want to mark the 10th anniversary of the bond conference. if iran is going to be playing a more constructive role in afghanistan, it is going to expect something in return. can the united states continue to put pressure on iran over its nuclear program and offer iran something to be laid in a more constructive manner in afghanistan? -- to be slave -- to behave in a more constructive manner in afghanistan? there is also the matter of energy pipelines in iran. in washington, this is something that has been discouraged. we want to help afghanistan. it would seem that the more r
the top u.n. representative in afghanistan has convened a ambassadors from the united states iran and other regional players in what he calls the silk road and is a tilt. these are the first such meetings of ambassadors since 2005 and the first time american representatives in kabul have sat in the same room with iranian diplomats in kabul. the representative says he wants to have a meeting in turkey later this year. they also want to mark the 10th anniversary of the bond conference. if iran is...
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the u.n. security council resolution. what the nato countries did not do is authorize the full mandate, which is all necessary means required to protect civilians. host: how is the obama administration reacting? guest: they are saying it is a significant step forward, but they are hoping that maybe some day next week when clinton meets with other foreign ministers in london, that the other countries will, but -- come around. a lot depends on events on the ground. host: night and, you did a story about the cost. a recent story -- five days into the operation, of costa mounting. it could cause billions and could require the pentagon to request emergency funding from congress did it take us through the cost. guest: bay already spends hundreds -- they already spent hundreds of millions of dollars. then you throw in the f-15 fighter that crashed down, replacing it with a more advanced fighter, which is what they typically do, over $100 million. it does not include fuel costs or combat pay. the tota
the u.n. security council resolution. what the nato countries did not do is authorize the full mandate, which is all necessary means required to protect civilians. host: how is the obama administration reacting? guest: they are saying it is a significant step forward, but they are hoping that maybe some day next week when clinton meets with other foreign ministers in london, that the other countries will, but -- come around. a lot depends on events on the ground. host: night and, you did a...
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u.n. security council passed a resolution authorizing military force if necessary to protect civilian populated areas that are under the threat of attack. that president also stated that american ground troops would not be sent to libya. he spoke at the white house after meeting with congressional leaders. this is 10 minutes. i would take this opportunity to update the american people about the situation in libya. over the last several weeks, the world has watched events unfold in libya with hope and alarm. last month protesters took to the streets across the country to demand their universal rights and a government accountable to them and responsive to their aspirations. they were met with an iron fist. within days, whole parts of the country declared their independence from a brutal regime, and members of the government serving in libya and abroad chose to align themselves with the forces of change. clearly lost the confidence of his own people and the legitimacy to lead. instead of resp
u.n. security council passed a resolution authorizing military force if necessary to protect civilian populated areas that are under the threat of attack. that president also stated that american ground troops would not be sent to libya. he spoke at the white house after meeting with congressional leaders. this is 10 minutes. i would take this opportunity to update the american people about the situation in libya. over the last several weeks, the world has watched events unfold in libya with...
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maybe it would be a good thing to get a u.n. resolution establishing that when gaddafi departs, there will be a national referendum in libya to determine basic issues of how they will be governed instead of wringing our hands and saying we do not know who these people are and therefore we will not recognize or supply them. as far as i know, we are not even sending the medical assistance. there is a lot that could be done. i believe that is the instrument to avoid a stalemate option. i think we have thwarted off the possibility of a gaddafi victory. we may not know who the opposition is. we know who gaddafi is. we do not even know who gaddafi is because we have never dealt with him in the state he will be in if he succeeds in keeping control of half of libya. he has millions in gold bullion and probably bank accounts we do not have access to. he will be much more dangerous than anything we encountered before. i believe we have tended to whitewash him in recent years. last year, he was meeting with leaders of the iraqi insurgency.
maybe it would be a good thing to get a u.n. resolution establishing that when gaddafi departs, there will be a national referendum in libya to determine basic issues of how they will be governed instead of wringing our hands and saying we do not know who these people are and therefore we will not recognize or supply them. as far as i know, we are not even sending the medical assistance. there is a lot that could be done. i believe that is the instrument to avoid a stalemate option. i think we...
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and we support u.n. special envoy's plan to travel to libya following this conference to assess conditions and report to the international community. we believe that libya's transition should come through a broadly inclusive process that reflects the will and protects the rights of the libyan people sm the transitional national council and broad cross section of libya's civil society and other stake holders have critical contributions to make. earlier today, i had the opportunity to meet with senior representatives of the council and to talk about the path forward. the u.n., african union, arab league, o.i.c. and e.u. all have important roles to play. and through this, the united states will join the international community in our commitment to the sovreignty, territorial integrity and national unity of libya. this is a time of debate change, for libya, for its neighbors across the region and around the world, under different governments and under circumstances, people are expressing the same basic aspir
and we support u.n. special envoy's plan to travel to libya following this conference to assess conditions and report to the international community. we believe that libya's transition should come through a broadly inclusive process that reflects the will and protects the rights of the libyan people sm the transitional national council and broad cross section of libya's civil society and other stake holders have critical contributions to make. earlier today, i had the opportunity to meet with...
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the u.n. is also facilitating talks by afghan by karzai's high peace council and these are good initiatives. there's a new report that's come out from the century fund on negotiations for afghanistan, the way forward and in addition to recommending the selection of an international facilitator for peace talks among afghans, it also recommends regional diplomacy and it recommends bilateral u.s.-iran dialogue on afghanistan. if iran is going to be playing a more constructive role in afghanistan, it's going to expect something in return and this is the tricky part that the ambassador mentioned. can the united states continue to put pressure on iran over its nuclear program and still offer iran something to be -- behave in a more constructive manner in afghanistan? i think one of the answers is transit trade through iran from afghanistan and central asia. it should be encouraged, not discouraged and there's a question of energy pipelines through iran. this is a controversial topic in afghanistan.
the u.n. is also facilitating talks by afghan by karzai's high peace council and these are good initiatives. there's a new report that's come out from the century fund on negotiations for afghanistan, the way forward and in addition to recommending the selection of an international facilitator for peace talks among afghans, it also recommends regional diplomacy and it recommends bilateral u.s.-iran dialogue on afghanistan. if iran is going to be playing a more constructive role in afghanistan,...
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the u.n. did not give the mission to e united states. the u.n. authorized under international law various states and organizations to come together to execute this mission. the united states set the mission for its own air manmen. we will never relinquish control of our own forces. it is an efforto deal with the humanitarian issue. maybe we will get rid of gaddafi sooner. eventually, he will go. that is the stated goal of u.s. policy. we will not use military action to that extent now. host: this comes from twitter. guest: i tnk every situation is different. there e different forces at work in the states. the scale of activities is different. the and united states has spoken out privately. -- the united states has spoken out privately. i am sure other countries have as well, cautioning them against the use of excessive force. host: what do we know about the rebel forces in libya? guest: we do not know much, at least publicly. people have gone in and met with them. it is a group of different people. there are academics former government ministers,
the u.n. did not give the mission to e united states. the u.n. authorized under international law various states and organizations to come together to execute this mission. the united states set the mission for its own air manmen. we will never relinquish control of our own forces. it is an efforto deal with the humanitarian issue. maybe we will get rid of gaddafi sooner. eventually, he will go. that is the stated goal of u.s. policy. we will not use military action to that extent now. host:...
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for over 30 years, the you and public relations -- the u.n. population fund has supported and celebrated the mass of crimes against humanity. the facts are uncontested. any chinese or to that woman without -- or tibetan woman without a permit can be forced to abort. all unwed mothers are compelled to abort their child. in what can only be described as a search and destroy mission, disabled children are aborted as part of a nationwide eugenics program. each day, a huge compensation fees are imposed on any woman who lacks permission to give birth or somehow evade detection. there is no doubt that the support of the one child policy in china has led to the worst gender disparity in history. where are the missing girls? dead. they were aborted because they were female. there were systematically destroyed over 30 years by sex selection abortion. there are as many as 100 million missing girls in china. gendercide is the evil twin of genocide. according to the world health organization, about 5500 chinese women commit suicide every day in china. it h
for over 30 years, the you and public relations -- the u.n. population fund has supported and celebrated the mass of crimes against humanity. the facts are uncontested. any chinese or to that woman without -- or tibetan woman without a permit can be forced to abort. all unwed mothers are compelled to abort their child. in what can only be described as a search and destroy mission, disabled children are aborted as part of a nationwide eugenics program. each day, a huge compensation fees are...
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a recent report by the u.n. panel detailed interviews held with victims of sexual violence in the drc, and while the plight of all of the victims is heart wrenching the interview with those who are still experiencing ongoing armed conflict are worth emphasizing. these women are desperately in need of the most basic necessities, medical care, housing and a means of supporting themselves and their children. but when asked what they would like to have done to restore their lives and regain their dignity virtually everyone responded that peace and security is their first and most immediate need. they pleaded with the panel to convey this message to the world, because without peace and security anything else that they might acquire could be lost again at any time. a prior may goal of this hearing is to answer these women's plea. i'd like to now turn to my good friend and colleague mr. payne, for any opening comment tas you might have. >> thank you very much. let me congratulate you, mr. smith, on assuming the chairma
a recent report by the u.n. panel detailed interviews held with victims of sexual violence in the drc, and while the plight of all of the victims is heart wrenching the interview with those who are still experiencing ongoing armed conflict are worth emphasizing. these women are desperately in need of the most basic necessities, medical care, housing and a means of supporting themselves and their children. but when asked what they would like to have done to restore their lives and regain their...
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he is talking about the u.n.'s role in afghanistan and the commitment development and security of the country, and he plays an important role there. there are 34 u.n. representatives in 34 afghan provinces. millions of afghans benefit from u.s. support, from food programs, health services, and infrastructure and development. afghans are asking to take a greater lead in all aspects of governance, development, and efforts to achieve peace. mr. de mistura clear that afghanistan makes -- takes its call for sovereignty very seriously. how should the transition take place? how can you in support this process as well as maintain its commitment to afghanistan development? these are some of the questions they will be a part of what mr. staffan de mistura will be discussing with us today. i will keep this brief because in his biography is in the flyer. he is one of the most accomplished officials having served in the organization for over 30 years. 40 years. even more reason to take everything he says very seriously. under
he is talking about the u.n.'s role in afghanistan and the commitment development and security of the country, and he plays an important role there. there are 34 u.n. representatives in 34 afghan provinces. millions of afghans benefit from u.s. support, from food programs, health services, and infrastructure and development. afghans are asking to take a greater lead in all aspects of governance, development, and efforts to achieve peace. mr. de mistura clear that afghanistan makes -- takes its...
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the duty to protect, which is in the u.n. charter, if nato and u.n. would not act in this case, when would they? when muammar gaddafi was making statements of i will go house to house and show no mercy, and frankly seeing the things that he had done before with killing americans and other citizens as a part of supporting terrorism in the past, the things he a son to his own people, there was a clear concern that this was a humanitarian disaster, a catastrophe that had to be avoided and could be avoided with relatively application of military power. i think we will see this a day shift between looking like he is advancing and the rebels are losing, but i think we will find that this is a regime that has very little legitimacy. just as of the way some of the arab regimes collapsed in a matter of days, i think we may very well see the muammar gaddafi regime fold. i remain cautiously optimistic about all of this. host: we will go to joe in brooklyn. caller: good morning, and thank you for taking my call. i am trying to figure out why we have so many probl
the duty to protect, which is in the u.n. charter, if nato and u.n. would not act in this case, when would they? when muammar gaddafi was making statements of i will go house to house and show no mercy, and frankly seeing the things that he had done before with killing americans and other citizens as a part of supporting terrorism in the past, the things he a son to his own people, there was a clear concern that this was a humanitarian disaster, a catastrophe that had to be avoided and could be...
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the reality is that the u.n. has been targeted and have had five of my colleagues killed and several wounded. and we had an attack relatively recently, where obama tried to enter an operational center. -- a bomber tried to enter an operational center. the afghan soldiers shot first, got wounded, and in our own internal security was given enough time to respond and we were able to go to a safe place. by saying so, i am trying to reply to the question. [no audio] of relation with the u.s. military, which will address separately. the writing on the wall is definitely [no audio] taking over their own security. we need to expect on them and count on them to do so. there are frustrations, but not massive ones. second, our job is dangerous. and the more we are practice, the more becomes dangerous, but if we were completely passive, we would be in much more danger [no audio] and become a redolent pretty irrelevant. that is what all of us, including myself, move forward. regarding our relation with the u.s. military, i am
the reality is that the u.n. has been targeted and have had five of my colleagues killed and several wounded. and we had an attack relatively recently, where obama tried to enter an operational center. -- a bomber tried to enter an operational center. the afghan soldiers shot first, got wounded, and in our own internal security was given enough time to respond and we were able to go to a safe place. by saying so, i am trying to reply to the question. [no audio] of relation with the u.s....
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>> we are carrying out the mission of u.n. security resolution 1973 under the direction of the president and his speech. >> if kamofie does not respond to the 1973 u.n. resolution, do you have a plan b to counter his ground forces? are you confident that other countries within the coalition will not send special forces on the ground? >> it is my primary focus today to discuss the current operations that we are in, and i would not project or discuss future military operations. >> can you give us a timeline, when the think the u.s. is able to transfer the command to other countries within the coalition? >> from a joint task force odyssey dawn, i know there are a number of discussions going on and a number of political levels, both national and international, were the decision will be decided. and we had joint task force odyssey dawn, we will move to forward all those news decisions. >> i am with aviation week. i would like to ask about hardware. i am curious what impact, if any, could emerson each -- the emergence of the sa24 ha
>> we are carrying out the mission of u.n. security resolution 1973 under the direction of the president and his speech. >> if kamofie does not respond to the 1973 u.n. resolution, do you have a plan b to counter his ground forces? are you confident that other countries within the coalition will not send special forces on the ground? >> it is my primary focus today to discuss the current operations that we are in, and i would not project or discuss future military operations....
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the u.n. security council mandated all necessary measures to protect civilians, including a no-fly zone. the regime's forces continued their assault and last weekend, they reached benghazi itself. we faced the prospect of an imminent humanitarian disaster. hundreds of thousands of civilians were in danger. an international coalition was compelled to act. french planes were the first to reach the skies over benghazi. cruise missiles from the u.s. and u.k. followed. striking the region -- the regime's air defenses and clearing the way for out -- and allied aircraft to implement the no-fly zone. many other nations have joined the this effort. after only five days, we have made significant progress. a massacre in benghazi was prevented. his air force and air defenses have been rendered largely ineffective and the coalition is in control of the skies above libya. humanitarian relief is beginning to reach the people who need it. for example zukofsky of today kanof if we learned fat least 18 for doct
the u.n. security council mandated all necessary measures to protect civilians, including a no-fly zone. the regime's forces continued their assault and last weekend, they reached benghazi itself. we faced the prospect of an imminent humanitarian disaster. hundreds of thousands of civilians were in danger. an international coalition was compelled to act. french planes were the first to reach the skies over benghazi. cruise missiles from the u.s. and u.k. followed. striking the region -- the...
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although consistent with u.n. security council 1973, to give people a in order to defend themselves in particular. volume not discuss that so there is known new information to communicate to you about that. >> i like to read to what sir william said. we did not discuss that definitely, but it is our opinion that we have to evaluate after a while to see if it is affected. to protect the people of libya. the international community has to see what sort of measures -- we're not talking about invading libya or inviting in the military. we're evaluating the situation because we cannot let the people suffer for so long. we have to find a way to stop the bloodshed. but in the past days of what is happening, we need to evaluate at some time later. >> next question. the microphone is on its way. >> from the daily telegraph. are you all concerned that they may take advantage of this resolution -- revolution taking place in libya? whether they would be muslim brotherhood or whether they be more extreme in terms of al qaeda?
although consistent with u.n. security council 1973, to give people a in order to defend themselves in particular. volume not discuss that so there is known new information to communicate to you about that. >> i like to read to what sir william said. we did not discuss that definitely, but it is our opinion that we have to evaluate after a while to see if it is affected. to protect the people of libya. the international community has to see what sort of measures -- we're not talking about...
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as a member of the u.n. human rights council, chle joined with the standing against human rights abuses in iran and libya. in short, mr. president, today with a proven again that when the united states and chile were together, in a spirit of mutual interest and respect, it is not only good for the people of our nations. i believe it is good for the region and good for the world. and i am confident that our partnership will only grow stronger in the years to come, and i am very much grateful for the one of office -- hospitality you are showing me and my delegation. thank you very much. [applause] >> [speaking in spanish] >> one from chile and international. the first question is from the -- association of international journalists. >> president obama, you emphasize that highlighted the economic management of chile, the leadership in the region. the those are your words. and even a successful transition of democracy. however, in chile, president obama then there are open wounds of the dictatorship of general p
as a member of the u.n. human rights council, chle joined with the standing against human rights abuses in iran and libya. in short, mr. president, today with a proven again that when the united states and chile were together, in a spirit of mutual interest and respect, it is not only good for the people of our nations. i believe it is good for the region and good for the world. and i am confident that our partnership will only grow stronger in the years to come, and i am very much grateful for...
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obliged to accept the u.n. security council resolution. therefore, libya has decided and immediate cease-fire, and the stoppage of all military operations. we take great interest in protecting all civilians, and offering them all necessary humanitarian aid, and respecting all human rights. and, obliging to the international and the humanitarian laws, and is also obliged to protect all of the informants in libya and their assets. [speaking foreign language] >> in doing so, it is in accordance with the resolutions of the security council, and the articles of the charter of the un. [speaking foreign language] >> we emphasize in the resolution 1973, for the year 2011, we emphasize and agreed to the article regarding the protection of civilians, and the territorial of unity of libya. [speaking foreign language] therefore, building on this, the libyan state encourages the opening of all dialogue channels with everyone interested in the territorial unity of libya. [speaking foreign language] and, my country is very se
obliged to accept the u.n. security council resolution. therefore, libya has decided and immediate cease-fire, and the stoppage of all military operations. we take great interest in protecting all civilians, and offering them all necessary humanitarian aid, and respecting all human rights. and, obliging to the international and the humanitarian laws, and is also obliged to protect all of the informants in libya and their assets. [speaking foreign language] >> in doing so, it is in...
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it's a case where there are clear positions between the u.n. and the united states but also areas in which we have common interest. stability in the region and economic development for the people of the arab world. so i'm very happy to see as i approach washington, there's a great degree of convergence between the europe and u.s. so there's a coordinated effort to promote democracy, freedom and rule of law in this region. host: when the secretary of state says they will continue to explore all actions. what do you think of that? guest: i think that's our approach as well. we should not exclude any type of action in order to achieve our goals which is to support the legitimate as operations of the libyan and egyptian people and tunisian people, protection and rufle. we should not exclude any all. so to implement the sanctions. they are hard. they are strict. they have the framework. that could pat very clear pressure on colonel gaddafi and his people that thingsing cannot go on like this. host: robert. republican caller from tennessee. hi, there
it's a case where there are clear positions between the u.n. and the united states but also areas in which we have common interest. stability in the region and economic development for the people of the arab world. so i'm very happy to see as i approach washington, there's a great degree of convergence between the europe and u.s. so there's a coordinated effort to promote democracy, freedom and rule of law in this region. host: when the secretary of state says they will continue to explore all...
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i would like to hear our president say whether he agrees with the former u.n. secretary general or not. i think legitimacy or the united states comes from itself. we do n need to ask anyone else if we are permitted to use force. [applause] all this talk about international law -- we need a president that will say unequivocally that in the secular matters for americans there is no higher authority than the united states constitution. [applause] our present it seems to have trouble with this. i think that is because he is our first post-american president. it is a carefully chosen phrase. i did not say unamerican or anti-american. i said post-american. he is beyo all that patriotism stuff. he is a citizen of the world. he doesn't believe in american exceptionalism. he does not accept the unique role for america. he was asked on his fst trip to europe if you believe in american exceptionalism. he said, yes i believe in american exceptionalism just as the british believe in. exceptionalism and t greeks believed in greek exceptionalism. carefully done. when he gets
i would like to hear our president say whether he agrees with the former u.n. secretary general or not. i think legitimacy or the united states comes from itself. we do n need to ask anyone else if we are permitted to use force. [applause] all this talk about international law -- we need a president that will say unequivocally that in the secular matters for americans there is no higher authority than the united states constitution. [applause] our present it seems to have trouble with this. i...
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u.n. instead of taking any questions or even addressing the issue of his lack of democracy, he confirmed his lack of democracy by going out and making a statement that makes no mention of this historic moment in history. this tells you all you need to know about this man. and we are here as a united liberal team saying we want to form an alternative to the harper government that respects democracy, that respects canadian citizens, that respects our institutions and that gets back to the priorities of canadian families. child-care when you need it, help to get your kids into college and university, care when your family gets old in your home, a secure retirement, energy efficiency, green jobs, and finally, restoring canada's place in the world. we can all take pride as citizens of canada and that we are citizens of the world. these are the terms we will offer during the next 36 days of the campaign with me and my team fanning out across the country to bring a message of hope is that of a me
u.n. instead of taking any questions or even addressing the issue of his lack of democracy, he confirmed his lack of democracy by going out and making a statement that makes no mention of this historic moment in history. this tells you all you need to know about this man. and we are here as a united liberal team saying we want to form an alternative to the harper government that respects democracy, that respects canadian citizens, that respects our institutions and that gets back to the...
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the u.n. secretary general appoints a special envoy. then the u.s. house discusses home mortgage assistance. >> potential republican presidential contenders have been making stops in keep states. -- key states. this weekend, rep michelle bachmann in nassau. >> the ambassadors are calling upon foreign governments to recognize the provisional government in libya. this is hosted at the national press club. >> in the name of god, the most compassionate, the most merciful, or statements from libyans residing in the united states and canada. after more than 41 years of living in one of the world's -- worst attack on terri regimes in the world, the libyan people have risen up to express their aspirations for freedom and democracy and peaceful demonstrations. the world has been shocked by it gaddafi's regine's response and by his public threats to eliminate all public opponents using any means. since the beginning of the protests on february 15, the unarmed demonstrators have been exposed to excessive force, including the use of live ammunition, anti-aircraf
the u.n. secretary general appoints a special envoy. then the u.s. house discusses home mortgage assistance. >> potential republican presidential contenders have been making stops in keep states. -- key states. this weekend, rep michelle bachmann in nassau. >> the ambassadors are calling upon foreign governments to recognize the provisional government in libya. this is hosted at the national press club. >> in the name of god, the most compassionate, the most merciful, or...
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the current u.n. representative in afghanistan has been organizing meetings of regional ambassadors. he spoke yesterday here in washington. he talked about organizing a meeting in istanbul this summer. we have the high peace council, which already mentioned. why propose more bureaucratic structure? [laughter] >> let me take a lap at that. -- whack at that rate 12 months ago, it was not that much of a slam dunk. it is now time to bring the threads together. a certain amount of cacophony and laudable objectives may be right, but over time, if he wants to take energy, you have to focus it and move it. in fact, numerous channels, the endless numbers of individual conversations, are all taking into account to that we are on the cusp of needing a certain effort that will move ahead in phase is that we've set out and tried not to replicate what is essentially a series of isolated conversations and semi jamborees, and begin to put it into something that could actually lead somewhere. we feel this is a serious
the current u.n. representative in afghanistan has been organizing meetings of regional ambassadors. he spoke yesterday here in washington. he talked about organizing a meeting in istanbul this summer. we have the high peace council, which already mentioned. why propose more bureaucratic structure? [laughter] >> let me take a lap at that. -- whack at that rate 12 months ago, it was not that much of a slam dunk. it is now time to bring the threads together. a certain amount of cacophony...
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in libya that is not the stated objective of our military intervention nor is it the mandate of the u.n. resolution that the president has used as a justification for our military efforts there. so now that the objective of establishing a no-fly zone has been reached and our nato allies are ready to assume the command and execution of this mission it's fair to ask: what is the role of our military and military alliance in providing support to an opposition that we are only now beginning to understand? these concerns and questions are equally relevant here in the senate and in the congress since it is the responsibility of congress to declare war. mr. mcconnell: if it is war and, of course, to fund our military operations. now, the president has stated there is no decision i face as your commander in chief that i consider as carefully as the decision to ask our men and women to use military force particularly at a time when our military is fighting in afghanistan and winding down our activities in iraq that decision is only made more difficult. and yet this latest decision was taken with
in libya that is not the stated objective of our military intervention nor is it the mandate of the u.n. resolution that the president has used as a justification for our military efforts there. so now that the objective of establishing a no-fly zone has been reached and our nato allies are ready to assume the command and execution of this mission it's fair to ask: what is the role of our military and military alliance in providing support to an opposition that we are only now beginning to...
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caller: we have lited strike with coalition forces in the u.n. in iraq, we have been there 10 years with an effort against someone who did not have weapons of mass destruction that we claimed. it is interesting political response to a democratic versus a republican president. guest: that is a very valid point. there is a problem with how this developed and how it was explained. i look at what is going on in libya right now, and i think it was ill-conceived and improperly managed and poorly explained. we are going in now because of the terrorists. the idea is that we wanted to prevent a humanitarian crisis and protect the citizens. that is used as the basis for this military action. the arab league calling for a no-fly zone was the tipping point for the current administration to say, that is what we need to move forward. i would argue that it could act in its own best self interest, to get rid of somebody they cannot stand. part of the political response may be confusion over where we stand. are we making the mental leap from saying that we are pr
caller: we have lited strike with coalition forces in the u.n. in iraq, we have been there 10 years with an effort against someone who did not have weapons of mass destruction that we claimed. it is interesting political response to a democratic versus a republican president. guest: that is a very valid point. there is a problem with how this developed and how it was explained. i look at what is going on in libya right now, and i think it was ill-conceived and improperly managed and poorly...
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the u.n. security council resolutions allow that and i would argue that is not allowed under the u.n. security council resolution. is there any way to reconcile these things other than hoping that it comes out for the best? >> just a brief word -- i agree the administration has some difficult choices to make. at the moment, the administration can focus on the speech tonight and i am hoping that this new momentum continues. but chances are in the next one or two weeks they will have to figure of how they are going to escalate. and that could cover a wide range of possibilities, some of which could raise its legal issues arms transfers others of which put involve putting american special forces on the ground. allow to figure out how to get battlefield intelligence and help the rebels coordinate more effectively. and this is my fourth reason homology to mention -- the 2001 afghanistan -- analogy to mention. the 2001 afghanistan campaign, of course. the administration is going to have to think har
the u.n. security council resolutions allow that and i would argue that is not allowed under the u.n. security council resolution. is there any way to reconcile these things other than hoping that it comes out for the best? >> just a brief word -- i agree the administration has some difficult choices to make. at the moment, the administration can focus on the speech tonight and i am hoping that this new momentum continues. but chances are in the next one or two weeks they will have to...
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we have also strongly supported all aspects of u.n. special mandate.voy's but colonel gaddafi continue to grossly and systematically abused the most fundamental human rights of libya's people. on march 12, the league of arab states called on the security council to establish a no-fly zone and take other measures to protect civilians. is a's resolution powerful response to that call and to the urgent need on the ground. this resolution demands an immediate cease-fire and a complete end to violence and attacks against civilians. responding to the libyan people and to the league of arab states, the security council has authorized the use of force, including enforcement of a no- fly zone to protect civilians and civilian areas targeted by colonel gaddafi, his intelligence and security forces and his mercenaries. this resolution also strengthens enforcement of the arms embargo and bans all international flights by libyan-owned or operated aircraft. it freezes the assets of seven more individuals and five entities, including keey state-owned
we have also strongly supported all aspects of u.n. special mandate.voy's but colonel gaddafi continue to grossly and systematically abused the most fundamental human rights of libya's people. on march 12, the league of arab states called on the security council to establish a no-fly zone and take other measures to protect civilians. is a's resolution powerful response to that call and to the urgent need on the ground. this resolution demands an immediate cease-fire and a complete end to...
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he has also challenged his designation before the u.n. >> i wanted to follow up on my question. you knew in 2008 that mr. -- nothing has happened as a result of that? he was continuing on as a member of the board of al harmain. >> that is right. we said he would resign from the board. he would sever his ties from the board if it made any difference. le for himtile -- futi to do that. al harmain is designated by virtue of his connection to it. we have said in sworn declaration that he would eggs -- he would resign and al harmain would accept his resignation. the court has said that kind of severing of ties is relevant. regulations say that corporate reorganizations or resignations of persons from positions on a board is a basis of consideration. had we known in 2004 that that was an issue, he would have resigned at that point. we would have considered it. it would be relevant that this person know longer has any ownership or control of al harmain. we were particularly -- we were precluded from making that argument because we were never told that was an issue in the case until the
he has also challenged his designation before the u.n. >> i wanted to follow up on my question. you knew in 2008 that mr. -- nothing has happened as a result of that? he was continuing on as a member of the board of al harmain. >> that is right. we said he would resign from the board. he would sever his ties from the board if it made any difference. le for himtile -- futi to do that. al harmain is designated by virtue of his connection to it. we have said in sworn declaration that...
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this is in response to the u.n. resolution. host: do you think it would do the president well if he were to clarify this mission more with members of congress, maybe in a joint session of congress, and to the american people? guest: -- caller: i do not think it would hurt. naturally, in terms of playing politics, it would probably be inadvisable thing to do. i am assuming, however, that he did not plan to commit u.s. military forces beyond the 60 days. host: president obama, on a trip to latin america, made a stop yesterday in chile. at a joint news conference with their leader, he addressed the situation in libya and talked about the military. >> i could not be prouder of the manner in which the u.s. military has performed over the last several days. it's a testament to the men and women in uniform. when they are given a mission, they execute and do an outstanding job. obviously, our military is obviously very stretched. it carries large burdens all around the world. whenever possible, for us to be able to get international co
this is in response to the u.n. resolution. host: do you think it would do the president well if he were to clarify this mission more with members of congress, maybe in a joint session of congress, and to the american people? guest: -- caller: i do not think it would hurt. naturally, in terms of playing politics, it would probably be inadvisable thing to do. i am assuming, however, that he did not plan to commit u.s. military forces beyond the 60 days. host: president obama, on a trip to latin...
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caller: i want to address a previous caller who said bush had gone to the u.n. and had gotten their permission. he did not get their permission. she also said that -- in fact, bush took out the international atomic energy agency inspectors out of iraq and the resolution. it was pathetic that they voted for it. that resolution actually said exhaust all other means before invading iraq. i am amazed while i listened to msnbc and cnn the use of the "slaughter" and "massacre" in regard to libya. i have heard from your guest. i have heard many other people, chris matthews, and many other hosts actually used those terms. the massacre happened in iraq. we are not counting the dead and injured in iraq on your program and other programs. americans do not want to look at that. i am alarmed by the use of the word "massacre" and "slaughter" on many programs. libya did not attack anyone. believe we are going in there and protecting civilians. if they were going in to protect civilians, we have many nations to attack. i wish we would address that issue, and the use of these wo
caller: i want to address a previous caller who said bush had gone to the u.n. and had gotten their permission. he did not get their permission. she also said that -- in fact, bush took out the international atomic energy agency inspectors out of iraq and the resolution. it was pathetic that they voted for it. that resolution actually said exhaust all other means before invading iraq. i am amazed while i listened to msnbc and cnn the use of the "slaughter" and "massacre" in...
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a coke within a day of the u.n. security council and voting 10- nothing, the president landed in brazil. that was happening at the same time u.s. forces -- forces were getting in position in the mediterranean. was it a mistake to do this trip and begin this military operation? guest: one of the things that the president faces is you will have unforeseen circumstances and conflicts every day. you need to keep your eye on the ball, and this president has been able to walk and chew gum at the same time. if importantly, this trip to latin america, was about creating american jobs, which has to be an incredibly tight focus of this administration as well as the congress because that is what the american people are asking for. host: john feehery? guest: it is not an easy answer. when you commit american troops to a military conflict, you are better off staying at home and keeping the american people informed. i think it was an important trade mission. i think brazil and all of south america are important to job growth, and
a coke within a day of the u.n. security council and voting 10- nothing, the president landed in brazil. that was happening at the same time u.s. forces -- forces were getting in position in the mediterranean. was it a mistake to do this trip and begin this military operation? guest: one of the things that the president faces is you will have unforeseen circumstances and conflicts every day. you need to keep your eye on the ball, and this president has been able to walk and chew gum at the same...
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in the middle east and as nato starts to take control of operations in libya, find latest from the u.n. security council administration and reaction from world leaders. the library is searchable on your computer any time. watch what you want, when you want. >> we had to act so quickly on saturday. it was not possible to bring forth as much arab support as would have been welcomed. the clear support is there from the secretary general of the arab nations. i also had a meeting with the saudi foreign minister. i believe support in the arab world for saving lives in libya is very strong. >> now from
in the middle east and as nato starts to take control of operations in libya, find latest from the u.n. security council administration and reaction from world leaders. the library is searchable on your computer any time. watch what you want, when you want. >> we had to act so quickly on saturday. it was not possible to bring forth as much arab support as would have been welcomed. the clear support is there from the secretary general of the arab nations. i also had a meeting with the...
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middle east and nato is set to take control of military operations in libya, find a letter from the u.n. security officials, and searchable on the cspan video library. ♪ ♪ >> this week, charles blow, the visual op-ed columnist for "the new york times." >> charles blow, your biography starts with this, charles below is the visual op-ed columnist for "the new york times" since april 2000 age. 8 and features charts as a form of opinion journalism. what is this all about? >> it is pretty much as it says. i am a numbers guy. i'm a trend spotter. i use charts to visualize those trends. i use those charts in my opinion pieces and build the opinion out of the chart. for me, the data comes first. i do not decide i will talk about a subject and well and look for data, i search for data first and see if it says something interesting and something that agrees with an opinion that i have or something sometimes surprises me or my readers and i build up from their. >> i started reading you on saturdays. when was it decided that they want you to do this? >> i started almost three years ago. it was
middle east and nato is set to take control of military operations in libya, find a letter from the u.n. security officials, and searchable on the cspan video library. ♪ ♪ >> this week, charles blow, the visual op-ed columnist for "the new york times." >> charles blow, your biography starts with this, charles below is the visual op-ed columnist for "the new york times" since april 2000 age. 8 and features charts as a form of opinion journalism. what is this...
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the first time the u.n. has its proper role is to help people in disasters and not to go create war zones as they are in the middle east and creating the state of israel, which is the most fascist, a terrorist country -- host: we will move on to a call from san diego. republican. most significant news story of the week. caller: thank you for c-span. i believe the big story the past couple of years as president obama, what he said it to deal with over the last couple of years, from afghanistan to the mexican border. the oil spill, the economy, to egypt, a gaddafi, to japan. i think the big story is the big obama bust. the lack of leadership, the lack -- to prioritize, really to put his thumb and down and be a strong leader, i think is a big story. if you ask me and if you ask anyone else if leadership and experience matters in the oval office, i say, yes, it does. host: story about president obama in "the financial times." written by richard mcgregor. related to the president, this story is in "the new york t
the first time the u.n. has its proper role is to help people in disasters and not to go create war zones as they are in the middle east and creating the state of israel, which is the most fascist, a terrorist country -- host: we will move on to a call from san diego. republican. most significant news story of the week. caller: thank you for c-span. i believe the big story the past couple of years as president obama, what he said it to deal with over the last couple of years, from afghanistan...
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in that case, what with the u.n. do? >> i understand that the international community including the u.n. security council, they are discussing a full range of options for the next steps. this is up to the member states of the security council to determine the future course of action. ok, thank you. [captioning performed by national captioning institute] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2011] >> tonight on c-span, the u.s. house debates and in a home mortgage assistance program. congresswoman gabrielle giffords doctors give an update on her medical condition. rhode island gov. lincoln chafee discusses his state's budget. >> but tv is live with panels and discussions from the tucson festival book. panels on immigration, women in leadership, and a look back of the 1960's. also, the b.c. historians talk about the kenyan genealogies of barack obama. for complete discussion and schedule, go to our web site. >> today the house voted to end the federal program that helped unemployed homeowners make payments. it
in that case, what with the u.n. do? >> i understand that the international community including the u.n. security council, they are discussing a full range of options for the next steps. this is up to the member states of the security council to determine the future course of action. ok, thank you. [captioning performed by national captioning institute] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2011] >> tonight on c-span, the u.s. house debates and in a home mortgage...
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ban ki-moon, the u.n. secretary general, has also expressed concern over the protection of civilians even as allied bombing continued during the international conference on libya in england this week. stating that the u.n., and this is a quote, continues to receive deeply disturbing reports about the lack of protection of civilians, including various abuses of human rights by the parties to the conflict. he was alluding to possible human rights abuses by libyan rebel forces. even the secretary general of nato, an organization which the united states founded and generally controls, expressed concern. saying, quote, we're not in little bitia to arm people but to protect people, unquote. so i ask, is this truly a humanitarian intervention? what is humanitarian about providing to one side of the conflict the ability to wage war against the other side of a conflict which will inevitably trigger a civil war making all of libya a grave yard? the administration has told us incredibly they don't really know who the
ban ki-moon, the u.n. secretary general, has also expressed concern over the protection of civilians even as allied bombing continued during the international conference on libya in england this week. stating that the u.n., and this is a quote, continues to receive deeply disturbing reports about the lack of protection of civilians, including various abuses of human rights by the parties to the conflict. he was alluding to possible human rights abuses by libyan rebel forces. even the secretary...
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the united states needs to condition its funding for the u.n. on real reforms. just as administration officials talk about smart power and smart sessions, when it comes to the u.n., we need smart withholding. in our hemisphere the best approach is one of misplaced priorities. a half an attorney has wrapped up its assault against the democracy movement in cuba. detaining dozens of peaceful protestors, beating a mother, and this weekend sending thugs after the ladies in white. the administration has repeatedly eased regulations on the castro regime. weeks after the latest appeasement, the dictatorship announced its intention to seek a prison sentence for a u.s. citizen whose showed trial starts on friday. when it comes to those countries to share our values, there appears to be no end to the stall tactics. our partners in colombia and panama have gone above and beyond meeting depleting -- politically determined and ever- changing benchmarks based in the way of long-awaited free trade agreements. honduras has fought for their constitution against an attack on their
the united states needs to condition its funding for the u.n. on real reforms. just as administration officials talk about smart power and smart sessions, when it comes to the u.n., we need smart withholding. in our hemisphere the best approach is one of misplaced priorities. a half an attorney has wrapped up its assault against the democracy movement in cuba. detaining dozens of peaceful protestors, beating a mother, and this weekend sending thugs after the ladies in white. the administration...
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with bipartisan leadership of congress, i authorized military action to stop the killing and enforce u.n. security council resolution 1973. we struck forces approaching benghazi to save that city and the people within it. we hit gaddafi's troops in a neighboring city allowing forces to drive them out. we targeted tanks and military assets that had been choking off towns and cities and we cut off much of their source of supply. and tonight, i can report that we have stopped gaddafi's deadly advance. in this effort, the united states has not acted alone. instead, we have been joined by a strong and growing coalition. this includes our closest allies, nations like the united kingdom, france, canada, denmark, norway, italy, spain, greece, and turkey, all of whom have fought by our side for decades. and it includes arab partners like qatar and the united arab emirates, who have chosen to meet their responsibilities to defend the libyan people. to summarize them, in just one month, the united states has worked with our international partners to mobilize a broad coalition, secured an internatio
with bipartisan leadership of congress, i authorized military action to stop the killing and enforce u.n. security council resolution 1973. we struck forces approaching benghazi to save that city and the people within it. we hit gaddafi's troops in a neighboring city allowing forces to drive them out. we targeted tanks and military assets that had been choking off towns and cities and we cut off much of their source of supply. and tonight, i can report that we have stopped gaddafi's deadly...
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you're right, the u.n. resolution does not allow or unable that, but it also does not necessarily forbid it. that is what we had a cia for. that is one option, to build up the libyan opposition. but that will take years. the problem there is, can you sustain the current situation, particularly the u.s. stepping into the background -- is great that the french in the british have stepped up. how long will it happen with the market if it takes two years -- how long will it take? if it takes two years, will the british and french want to keep and flying -- enforcing the no- fly zone? at the italians learned about machinery does not do well in the desert. so it may be a no-drive zone as well. >> i noticed that you did not bring in the example of iraq. , no, to the contrary, it is always wise to leave it out. on the other hand, it is hard to escape this, because setting aside the 1991 uprising and the mistakes made, nonetheless, we did in up in a situation where we had a divided country in which the un partially
you're right, the u.n. resolution does not allow or unable that, but it also does not necessarily forbid it. that is what we had a cia for. that is one option, to build up the libyan opposition. but that will take years. the problem there is, can you sustain the current situation, particularly the u.s. stepping into the background -- is great that the french in the british have stepped up. how long will it happen with the market if it takes two years -- how long will it take? if it takes two...
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you don't have to come to congress when the u.n. has said it's something that needs to be done. it's interesting, though, i don't recall any of the cabinet members or the president raising their right hand and taking an oath to defend the united nations. i was thinking the oath had to do with our constitution and our country and it's always -- also been made clear that libya was not a threat to our national security, not a threat to our vital interests, yet, we are willing to put our treasure and our american lives on the line for something that's not in our vital interests. that does not make sense. but then again, as you continue to piece together the obama doctrine, we get it that apparently intervening, risking american lives and spending american treasure that this administration didn't earn, but taking away from taxpayers and then borrowing from others, that's ok if it kind of feels like it ought to be something we do. if it feels like we ought to go to libya and risk american lives and spend that american treasure, well, let's go, because after all, people ask us to do th
you don't have to come to congress when the u.n. has said it's something that needs to be done. it's interesting, though, i don't recall any of the cabinet members or the president raising their right hand and taking an oath to defend the united nations. i was thinking the oath had to do with our constitution and our country and it's always -- also been made clear that libya was not a threat to our national security, not a threat to our vital interests, yet, we are willing to put our treasure...
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in that case, what with the u.n. do? >> i understand that the international community including the u.n. security council, they are discussing a full range of options for the next steps. this is up to the member states of the security council to determine the future course of action. ok, thank you. [captioning performed by national captioning institute] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2011] >> tonight on c-span, the u.s. house debates and in a home mortgage assistance program. congresswoman gabrielle giffords doctors give an update on her medical condition. later, president obama at today's white house news briefing. >> on "washington journal," we will discuss public transportation with american public transportation association president william millar. we will discuss the response to the civil war in libya. also the problem of bullying in schools with a representative from the national school boards association. >> this weekend, but tv is live with two days of panel discussions and interviews from th
in that case, what with the u.n. do? >> i understand that the international community including the u.n. security council, they are discussing a full range of options for the next steps. this is up to the member states of the security council to determine the future course of action. ok, thank you. [captioning performed by national captioning institute] [captions copyright national cable satellite corp. 2011] >> tonight on c-span, the u.s. house debates and in a home mortgage...
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it is an assurance that is not part of our aim, it is not what the u.n. wants, it is not what britain wants. that is a limitation on our ability to act. people should be reassured by it. >> british prime minister david cameron fielded questions from the house of commons. it will air one hour later in usual due to the time difference between the u.s. and britain. you can see it 8:00 eastern live on c-span 2. next, rode to the white house. then a discussion on what is ahead for congress and the president. and then the former new hampshire senator and governor. monday night, a white house summit on bling featuring a report from president obama and -- who speaks on his own experiences. >> we remember what it is like to see kids picked on. i have to say with my baby years and the name that i have, i was not immune. but because it is something that happens a lot, it is something that has been around, sometimes we turn a blind eye to the problem. >> watch it monday night on 10:00 eastern on c-span 3. today on a road to the white house, c-span interviewed radio t
it is an assurance that is not part of our aim, it is not what the u.n. wants, it is not what britain wants. that is a limitation on our ability to act. people should be reassured by it. >> british prime minister david cameron fielded questions from the house of commons. it will air one hour later in usual due to the time difference between the u.s. and britain. you can see it 8:00 eastern live on c-span 2. next, rode to the white house. then a discussion on what is ahead for congress and...
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can the prime minister explain about the action about the u.n. resolution? >> the most important thing is trying to encourage and good in place terms as quickly as possible. i think is encouraging others to take that step before widening the net and putting even more pressure on the regime. >> thank you, mr. speaker. perhaps the prime minister should recall that under the last tory administration, we never paid for it. looking an interview, would you look at the export credit part played in providing cover for unstable military is? >> the trip down memory lane i was taking with john major was to celebrate the fact that this country played a part in bringing about kuwt's liberation. should we continue to have a strong relationship with that country and is taking steps to greater openness. should we have a close relationship with them? i say yes, we should. >> i thought it was immensely impressive that we announced this summer in. in particular, i point out that 95 british nationals were rescued and 274 nationals are rescued. we were leading an evacuation. >>i
can the prime minister explain about the action about the u.n. resolution? >> the most important thing is trying to encourage and good in place terms as quickly as possible. i think is encouraging others to take that step before widening the net and putting even more pressure on the regime. >> thank you, mr. speaker. perhaps the prime minister should recall that under the last tory administration, we never paid for it. looking an interview, would you look at the export credit part...